Weight Management

Is jogging, actually a weight loss exercise?

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 21:30:00 +0000

The easiest ways of exercising is by jogging.
What then is the meaning of jogging? Jogging is simply running at a slower pace than usual. Running is also a form of exercise, but since you are exerting more effort when running, you are bound to tire out more quickly than when jogging.

Since you are pacing yourself when jogging, you are more likely to spend a longer time in exercise if this is the activity you choose.

For example, you can get up at 5 A.M., jog around your community for an hour, and still have enough energy to face the day ahead - energy that you probably wouldn`t have had if you had gone running instead. Imagine it - it`s early in the morning and you`ve had an hour of exercise that would do well to help you lose weight.

How can jogging actually be a weight-loss exercise? In jogging, just like any form of aerobic exercise, your muscles are at work. The excess fat in your body is being burned.

As you jog constantly, your metabolism will increase, which means that your body is slowly being transformed into an effective fat burning machine. This then means that you will lose excess weight gradually, and as soon as you reach your target weight, keep the extra weight off.
In jogging, one can still get injured if he/she does not have the proper form, or is just a beginner in exercising but overexerts himself. Therefore, the proper thing to do is to start out slowly and pace yourself deliberately. As you get used to jogging various distances, you may start picking up your pace until you reach a target speed.

Jogging can be a very effective form of exercise and weight loss routine. It is not too strenuous, yet effective enough for you to be able to reach your desirable weight.

How to loose stomach fat fast.

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 23:24:00 +0000

The comes a time that is known by different names like reserve tire, gut, pot belly, or any other way people call - it will simply mean the unpleasant grown area in the stomach, the surplus fold of fat that is always tried to be lost when people turn to look as if they would have thrust a bunch of donuts under their t-shirt. Luckily, a lot of people have successfully struggled with the stomach fat and achieved six pack abdominals. And here you've got some tips you can start with in losing stomach fat effectively. Begin with losing your weight. A lot of people get frustrated when they aren't seeing any progress, though they have already started to enjoy the crunches. At first you have to lose those few pounds that are excess of overall body fat. Otherwise, you won't see any result of your crunches with the layer of fat overlaying your stomach. Your abdominal muscles would not show until the pad of stomach fat is precluded or reduced, for the muscles are underneath that fat. You will gain more effect if you pair weights with cardio (cycling, jogging, etc.). It will help you speed up your body's metabolism and to burn more energy. With weights you will start building more muscle. It also is more effectual in burning fat. You can start taking Phentermine HCL, but remember to consult with your doctor first. An active component of fat burning is muscles. The fat stored in your stomach might be consumed for energy provision, even when you are asleep. It's all because muscles demand energy to work. Lastly, pay attention to what you eat. Exercise isn't the only solution, if you want to lose stomach fat the healthy way. Take often but smaller meals everyday to keep your metabolism going and to provide the body with all the energy needed. Starvation diets will not help you. The body frequently turns to muscle stock when starving. Moreover, the body actually breaks down the muscles and degrades before using own fats, when in starvation. You don't want this if your aim is to obtain those abs you've attained in decreasing them. Click here for quicker result

Best weight loss advice you have never been thought.

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 21:48:00 +0000

Here are nine diet tips you may not have heard yet. Some involve different ways to eat, or adding certain foods to your diet. Others involve learning new behaviors or strategies to help you stay on track.

Weight Loss Tip No. 1:
Variety Is Overrated

Who hasn't heard the advice to "just take a bite of everything" if you're at a buffet?
But as it turns out, variety doesn't deserve its good reputation.
"We know that variety makes you eat more.
For example, researchers in France found that study participants ate more french fries when they were offered catsup and mayonnaise along with them. And when they were given the option of having cream or whipped cream with their brownies, they ate more than when the brownies were offered plain.
People who have been able to maintain weight loss tend to eat diets with limited variety.

Weight Loss Tip No. 2:
Have Barley for Breakfast

"Barley is the new oatmeal.
Barley got its hunger-fighting reputation after Swedish researchers found that eating barley or rye kernels for breakfast kept blood sugar on an even keel. That's because the carbs in barley and rye kernels are "low glycemic index," meaning they raise blood sugar more slowly than some other carbohydrate foods. This helps you avoid a spike, and then a drop, in blood sugar, which can leave you feeling famished.
One caveat: "Buy hulled barely, not pearl barley," Jackson Blatner says. The Swedish researchers used minimally processed hull barley, and they can't vouch for the same effects for more processed forms, such as pearl barley.

Weight Loss Tip No. 3:
Beef Up Your Lunch Salad

One of the most common mistakes dieters make is to eat a vegetable salad with little or no dressing for lunch. "Then they are starving by mid-afternoon.
A salad is a great choice. IF you add some protein and a little fat to help keep you feeling full longer.
Top your greens with a 3 oz piece of chicken breast, and you've added about 26 grams of protein but just 140 calories. Add about two tablespoons of light salad dressing, and your salad may be filling enough to get you through the 3 p.m. hunger slump without hitting the vending machine.

Weight Loss Tip No. 4:
Stock Up on Frozen Vegetables

Sure, fresh vegetables are delicious and nutritious. But faced with the need to scrape a carrot, wash and slice a zucchini, or cut broccoli into florets, many of us say, "Too much trouble!" and reach for chips instead.
To make things easier, stock your freezer with frozen vegetables.
"They are already clean, chopped and ready to cook in the microwave. "It's like having Rachael Ray in the freezer."
An even better way to be sure you eat more vegetables: Cook the frozen veggies ahead of time. Microwave the whole bag of green beans, for instance. Then keep them in the refrigerator, ready to dump into canned soups, add to a salad, or just eat by the handful.

Weight Loss Tip No. 5:
Make Yourself a Party Tray

The type of party tray is a big vegetable platter, maybe with some low-fat dip on the site -- the kind you put on the buffet for weight-conscious guests.
But this one is just for you and any interested family members. Keep it in the fridge at eye level, encouraging you to snack healthy and avoid the higher-calorie contents of your refrigerator.
Several studies have found that we tend to eat more when food is within easy reach. Secretaries who placed candy on their desks ate about 48% more than when the candy was 6 feet away.

Weight Loss Tip No. 6:
Turn Down the Thermostat

Spending time in a chilly house -- about 61 degrees Fahrenheit -- may boost the fat-burning power of the "brown fat" in your body.
Brown fat is considered "good" fat, as opposed to regular or white fat, which stores calories and tends to accumulate. Researchers believe that lean people have more of the brown type of fat, and that the amount of brown fat a person has declines with age.
Scandinavian researchers found that exposure to these chilly temperatures boosted the metabolic rate of brown fat 15-fold, helping burn more calories.
But Jackson Blatner cautions not to expect too much: "It's not going to be any kind of a miracle," she says. And beware if you're the type who eats more when you feel cold.

Weight Loss Tip No. 7:
Downsize Your Dinnerware

Experts say they've seen it again and again: The larger your plate, the more you're likely to put on it. So serving your meals on smaller plates can help you eat less.
But don't throw out those dinner plates. Use the smaller, lunch-size plates to serve dinner, and use the dinner plates for salads.

Weight Loss Tip No. 8:
Go Out for Treats

If you're the type who overdoes it on sweets and snacks make yourself work a little for your favorite indulgences. Don't keep them in the house, but give yourself permission to go out and get them when you really need to.
Want a brownie? You have to go to the bakery. Craving a frozen yogurt? You must find the nearest frozen yogurt shop.
"The more hassle tasty treats are, the less likely you are to eat them.

Weight Loss Tip No. 9:
Try on Your Skinny Jeans Every Friday

Find a pair of pants that is tight, but not impossible to zip. "Every Friday morning.
Why Friday? Weekends are typically a tougher time to stay on diets. And the Friday morning try-on will motivate you to watch your eating during the weekend.
"If they are loose, you will say to yourself 'I am making progress, I am staying on track during the weekend.And if they're snug? That will provide motivation to stick to your diet so they'll fit better next week.

The way to exercise and lose weight.

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 23:33:00 +0000

This is a problem as the percentage of people overweight and out of shape continues to grow. There is hope though. Newer methods of exercising have begun to spring up from fitness experts and trainers to keep up with the times. There are more and more techniques that allow you to target your exercises to specific goals like toning, six pack abs, weight loss, etc that are now available.

Here's a summary of one such method:

Similar to what many people suggest with switching from 3 meals a day to 5-6 smaller ones, this method is for you to not work out 30-90 minutes several times a week, but instead to exercise for a few minutes a few times each day. This is a very different than what most people would tell you would work. The great thing about these exercises is you can do them at the office too. You will need to find an area though to do them if you don't have a lot of space in your workspace

Try to do your exercises for 2-3 minutes every hour or two. It will work better if you do it every hour for about 8-10 hours. These exercises do not require that you have access to weights or gym equipment. All of these types of exercise rely on just your body and body weight.

Here are a couple of exercises:

Pushups Sit-ups (crunches work best) Lunges Bicycles (lying on your back with your legs raised and pretending to ride a bike) Walking/Jogging up and down a staircase if you can

These are just examples of easy exercises you can do. There are many more and you might even invent some yourself. The goal here is to work different parts of your body throughout the day for a few minutes at a time to get your metabolism going and stimulate your body to burn fat and build muscle.

To really see if you are getting results you should stick with this method for several weeks and focus solely on this and not any other exercise programs. If you continue to go to the gym a few times a week you may not be able to gauge how successful this is. After a few weeks feel free to go to a more traditional routine. What works very well is every month or so if you switch back to this method. This also helps to keep things fresh and prevent your workouts from getting stale.

Menopause and Weight control

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 22:51:00 +0000

Does reaching menopause mean you're destined to gain excess weight? Is losing weight after menopause harder than it would be before menopause? The purpose of this article is to explore these questions and discuss the key times in a woman's life when weight gain seems inevitable.
Menopause is defined as the end of menstruation. The postmenopausal period is associated with symptoms such as hot flashes, changes in libido and weight gain. In America, the typical woman reaches menopause at just over 51 years of age. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2005, the average American woman reaching age 50 could expect to live another 30 years. The weight a woman gains while she's in menopause is weight she may well struggle with for the rest of her life. Does being menopausal doom you to weight gain? Is losing weight after menopause harder than it would be before menopause? The purpose of this article is to explore these questions and discuss the key times in a woman's life when weight gain seems inevitable.
The typical American woman will experience numerous changes in body shape during her life, specifically just after high school, childbearing and menopause. The culprit for young women is often a significant decrease in activity after high school leading to the infamous "Freshman 15". , Pregnancy is an obvious time for weight gain, but most women reach their pre-pregnancy weight within six months of giving birth - at least after their first child.1 The women in both scenarios can change their weight or body fat by eating less and moving more. See Weight Control 101 for a complete discussion.
The common belief with menopause is that the decrease in female hormones somehow leads to a slower metabolism or increased body fat. Several studies have evaluated whether there is a specific change around menopause that leads to weight gain, or at least makes it easier. These studies have shown that the biggest change affecting body weight around menopause is a reduction in activity. This is a common theme at various stages of a woman's life. That is, a relatively steady or slight increase in calorie intake with decreasing activity over time. One strong predictor for obesity in a person's life is age. Since the average woman gains about a pound yearly, it is much more likely that a middle-aged woman will be obese compared to a 20 year-old. Also, a woman with extra weight at adolescence is more likely to gain extra weight at other times such as her freshman year of college.
Some of the stronger studies on menopause looked at women of the same age who either still had periods or were in menopause. When pre and postmenopausal women are matched for age, menopausal women have 1. No difference in weight gain. Both pre and postmenopausal women gain weight. The difference is where the fat is stored.7 2. No difference in loss of lean mass compared to premenopausal women. Both lost muscle tissue with time. 3. An increase in central adiposity - more fat stored around the waist as opposed to the thighs or arms. 4. No change in body composition. It seems the biggest effect of decreased estrogen is where fat is stored, not that more fat is stored. 5. A possible small decrease in resting metabolic rate (RMR) from decreased estrogen, but not enough of a difference that menopausal women gain more weight.7
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
Some women take medication to replace the hormones lost from menopause. Women often ask if weight gain is something they can expect as a side effect of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). A three-year study found that there was no increase in body weight among HRT users compared to placebo regardless if they used estrogen or estrogen and progesterone combined.9 Women should discuss HRT with a physician who will assess any risk of hormone-dependent cancers.
In summary, menopause only means women will no longer have periods. It does not mean the body slows down to the point a woman is destined to gain weight. Postmenopausal women can lose weight just like premenopausal women. When postmenopausal women lose weight, they can lose both subcutaneous (under the skin) and visceral (around the organs) fat as easily as premenopausal women. This means postmenopausal women can reverse any weight gain. In addition, weight loss among postmenopausal women is accompanied by the same improvements in cholesterol and reduced insulin resistance. This results in a lower risk of heart disease and diabetes. Women can both prevent gaining weight and achieve better overall health during menopause by engaging in regular physical activity.

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 21:53:00 +0000

Weight Loss and Sleep - Do You Have Enough Sleep?

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:28:00 +0000

Did you know that a lack of sleep causes you to gain weight?Do you know that lack of sleep, leads to weight surgery? . Discover how to ensure that you get enough sleep to make weight loss easier.Everyone's busy, and one way to get more time is to sleep less. Recent research however has shown a correlation between insufficient sleep and weight gain and even obesity.Being on a weight loss diet is not enough, when you do not sleep enough or when you have problems sleeping. Your body's metabolism changes. Glucose isn't metabolized properly, which increases your appetite, and decreases your metabolism
It's Not Your Fault You Can't Lose WeightIf you're not sleeping enough. Your body is protecting itself the only way it knows how, by getting you to make up your sleep deficit in calories.The solution? If you want to lose weight, get enough sleep.This will not only ensure that you lose weight, but also that you gain health and energy. Did you know that an on-going sleep deficit can affect you as much as a six-pack of beer? If you're only sleeping six or seven hours a night, give yourself a good eight hours, and you can cut your calories by as much as ten per cent.
Tips for a Good Night's Sleep (and easier weight loss systems)* Eat an avocado during the day - avocados contain tryptophan, which promotes relaxation and sleep;* Remove distractions like your TV and computer from your bedroom;* Get into a sleep routine. Your body likes routine, so get into the habit of going to bed in time to ensure that you get a full eight hours of rest, and go to bed at the same time every night;* Exercise. Physical tiredness removes stress hormones from your body and promotes healthy sleep and is a weight loss solution. Work up a sweat by taking a walk, or going to the gym during the day. However, don't exercise before bedtime;* Lying awake? Be patient. If you fall asleep when your head touches the pillow, it's a sign you're exhausted. It takes ten to fifteen minutes to fall asleep. Drink a glass of skim milk before bedtime.This is a good weight loss diet. Start your new sleep routine tonight. Get a full eight hours, and you'll be amazed at how much easier it is to lose weight.Also try other weight loss program.

Weight Loss Supplements

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:19:00 +0000

There are certain weight loss supplements on the market that are designed to support the weight loss process.

PROACTOL,is a clinically proven daily supplement which will easily help you reduce excess body weight and become the attractive slim person you have always wanted to be.When you are at your ideal weight,you are more confident and everybody knows that confident people have an attractive aura which is irresistable to others.The tablet is 100% natural and totally organic with no known side effect.10kilos is lost in 30 days.It is an excellent fat burner.

Others are. HCA is said to suppress the mobilisation of fatty acids and block the conversion of carbohydrates to fat, resulting in less fat storage.

Carnitine used to transfer fatty acids across cell membranes into the mitochondria so that they may be converted to energy. Carnitine may help ensure that fatty acids are in fact taken from the blood stream to be burnt for energy.

Chromium Picolinate is said to help regulate blood sugar by allowing insulin and glucose to work together more efficiently.

When Chitosan is ingested, it turns into a positively charged gelatinous substance which binds to fats. It is believed that Chitosam binds so tightly to fat that the fat travels with the Chitosan through the digestive tract and is excreted instead of being absorbed by the body.

Supplementation with Calcium Pyruvate is said to increase the use of fat instead of carbohydrates or protein for the production of energy.

Studies performed on animals suggest that supplementation with Guggul Lipid may support the healthy function of the thyroid, therefore supporting the production of hormones required to regulate the metabolism and burn more fat.

The active ingredient in Coleus Forskohollii is Forskolin is said to help increase thyroid function and fat-burning activity.

CLA appears to block the uptake of fat and facilitate the fat burning process. It is said to help shift the bodyâ€™s composition in favour of fat loss and muscle gain by blocking certain enzymes that let fat cells swell.

Guarana has an active constituent which is virtually identical to that of caffeine and is used to reduce hunger and treat obesity. Guarana helps to free fatty acids into the bloodstream and metabolise them into energy, reducing the amount of fat stored in the body.

Some weight loss supplements may contain Ephedrine. Stay well clear of these products. Ephedrine has been shown to be addictive in some cases and may cause side effects ranging from dry mouth, anxiety, headaches, seizures and even death.

Whilst all of these nutrients and vitamins are said to support weight loss, you should not under any circumstances substitute qualified medical advice with information found in this article.

The Dangers Of Excess Body Fat

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Thu, 29 May 2008 02:51:00 +0000

If you want to look smart and attractive and want to live a healthy life then you need to lose weight now. For this purpose, you can go for fat loss diet in order to loose weight fast. It will prove very helpful in maintaining a good health ,plus preventing diseases. It is a known fact that obesity is very dangerous to your health and longevity. Let us first define Obesity. When the body fat exceeds twenty five percent of the body mass in men and thirty two percent in women, this condition is termed obesity, a condition requiring weight loss program.

Lack of adequate weight loss information leads to excess quantity of fat in the body which may lead to many diseases like heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Surveys say that in the United States, every year, 3 out of 4 people die either from heart problem or cancer.

If you are obese because of lack of good diet programs, then you need more energy to breathe, your heart will require extra efforts to pump blood to your lungs and to the large quantity of fat, which is present in your body. This condition may lead to high blood pressure in your body because of extra burden on your heart. Your heart may become enlarged which is a dangerous condition and then you may suffer from erratic heartbeats.

Due to obesity and improper functionality of heart, the main parts of your body like brain, kidneys etc. are unable to get the proper supply of blood. Obesity also causes your heart to pump harder which can lead to high blood pressure. Rising of blood pressure is a painful condition itself and may lead to other problems too. People with this disease always have the possibility of getting heart attack and kidney problems. Almost twenty five percent of all the heart diseases are caused due to obesity. Obesity is also a cause of high cholesterol level in your body, which ultimately causes other problems in the body.

Medical researches have proved that lack of proper weight loss which leads to increased amount of fat in the body and cancer have something in common. Body fat is considered as a home for carcinogens. Carcinogen is a chemical that causes cancer in the human body. In women it causes breast and uterine cancer. In men, colon and prostate cancer is caused by obesity

In the human body, there is a natural balance between body fat, insulin and blood sugar. Extra amount of blood sugar fills liver and other main body organs. When these organs are completely filled with sugar, the blood sugar is changed into fat. check these links http://www.tinyurl.com/6pwoyq, http://www.tinyurl.com/aqf9bd

Why You Can't Lose Weight In Just One Area!

noreply@blogger.com (BASIL) — Wed, 28 May 2008 20:59:00 +0000

You need to realize straight away that you cannot lose weight in just one area. Everyone has a problem area that he or she needs to loose weight fast, including people who are at their ideal body weight.Right from your tighs to your hips,or abs, to your stomach etc., you need an adequate weight loss program. You will find lots of gadgets in the marketplace to tone your thighs, hips or abs, but the reality is that they may not be so effective and reliable.

Why Can't I Lose Weight in Just One Area?
The products on the market lead us to believe this can be done, but in fact this is not true. So here is what you need to know:
Eating Healthy is Important
What you eat is the reason for stored undesirable fats in your body which needs fat burners. The foods you eat build-up in your problem areas and this is the main reason for presence of fats. So regardless of how much you work out on those gadgets, if you continue eating unhealthy, your problem areas will still remain a problem.
Losing Fat in One Area is a Mere Myth. You need a good diet program so as to loose that fat equally and not in one area.

Anyone who claims that concentrating on one area as a means of weight loss in that problem area, is not being honest with you. Correct weight loss information is essential for you to achieve your goal. You need to be aware of what to do to achieve your goal. For example, if you want to tone your stomach area, you need to know what exercises to do and the type of diet programs to achieve your goal.

Genetics, Diet and Lifestyle have everything to do with it. Before you can aim for the stomach that you want, you have to learn fat loss program first.
Doing 500 crunches a day will only exhaust you, it will not give you the stomach you want. Your body will not burn the fats stored in that spot you are targeting. Full body workouts can actually address this as the fats are burned one at a time, and not just in one area. Full body workouts is an effective fat burner which is a more complete system of reducing the fats in the body.

If you want a healthy body, you have to work for it and you WILL earn it. Diets, pills and potions are only a quick fix solution.
Being Healthy & Fit Requires Commitment
Having a healthy body is a lifelong commitment. Once you achieve your ideal body, you need to maintain a healthy diet programs and lifestyle to maintain your body.
For this reason, concentrating on specific areas will lead to nowhere. The bottom line is to simply get healthy the right way. Don't be a victim of all the misleading information and empty promises that are out there. Do it the right way and enjoy the benefits of weight loss.